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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Vespasian S P Q R
73 year| Silver | 3.1 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 73 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#249453 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend in wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S P Q R
Translation:
Senatus Populusque Romanus.
The senate and the Roman people.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.86–3.37 g;Diameter varies: 18–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Vespasian (S P Q R) (73) coin is that it features a portrait of the Roman Emperor Vespasian on one side, while the other side bears the image of the goddess Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch. This coin was minted during Vespasian's reign from 69 to 79 AD and was widely used throughout the Roman Empire. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of Roman victory and prosperity under Vespasian's rule.
